Shrimp Scampi with Beer

 

2

tablespoons butter

2

tablespoons olive oil

1 1/2

lb uncooked medium shrimp, thawed if frozen, peeled, deveined (tail shells removed)

6

cloves garlic, finely chopped

3

medium green onions, finely chopped (3 tablespoons)

1/4

cup beer or nonalcoholic beer

2

tablespoons lime juice

1

to 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Red pepper sauce, if desired

Salt and pepper

2

teaspoons finely chopped fresh cilantro

• 1 In 10-inch skillet, heat butter and oil over medium heat until butter is melted. Add shrimp; cook and stir 1 minute. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute.
• 2 Add onions, beer, lime juice and Worcestershire sauce. Cook 1 to 2 minutes longer, stirring frequently, until shrimp are pink (do not overcook). Season to taste with red pepper sauce, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with cilantro. Serve immediately.